Aviation Publishers Co. Limited

Aviation Publishers Office Building
Office location, Ottawa, Canada

Founded in 1967, Aviation Publishers Co. Limited was established to carry-on the publication of the widely respected and highly acclaimed ground school flight training manual, From The Ground Up.

Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, the founders of Aviation Publishers Co. Limited have diligently applied themselves to respecting and maintaining the intentions of "Sandy" A.F. MacDonald, the original author of From The Ground Up, whose efforts established this ground-breaking book as a flight school reference manual without equal.

In its original publication form of 1941, From The Ground Up counted less than 140 pages. A reflection of the vast number of changes that regularly occur in flight training styles and material, From The Ground Up -- now in print for over 50 years -- currently contains 356 pages, setting itself apart as one of the most thorough books of its kind in the world.

To keep up with the ever-changing nature of worldwide aeronautical technologies, practices and regulations, Aviation Publishers Co. Limited must continually remain at the forefront of the aviation industry. To this end, the staff of Aviation Publishers Co. Limited maintain very close ties to the multitude of constantly emerging issues and details affecting aviation while also keeping current on the latest trends both in the publishing industry and the business of learning and instruction.

A strong devotion exists within Aviation Publishers Co. Limited to provide the best and most up-to-date material for the individual seeking to form a solid knowledge base in the theory and practice of aircraft operations.

For all who accept the challenge to earn their wings, Aviation Publishers Co. Limited will remain steadfast in its resolve to continually lead by example in its provision of challenging, thorough and accurate material that best prepares aspiring pilots for their future sought-after hours of flying enjoyment.

The Tradition

1st Edition Cover
First Edition, 1941

Aviation Publishers Co. Limited is proud and honoured to continue its long-standing tradition of providing tens-of-thousands of students each year with award-winning publications that form the cornerstone of aeronautical training courses that take place from coast-to-coast across the continent and around the world.

As textbook material for students working towards their pilot licences or as reference material for the flight libraries of experienced professionals, the publications of Aviation Publishers Co. Limited are designed to serve the needs of all those seeking to expand their knowledge of aeronautical concepts.

In operation for over 30 years, Aviation Publishers Co. Limited recognizes the input and support an entire nation of flying enthusiasts has provided towards the prosperity and perpetuation of its most popular title, From The Ground Up. In no small way has the active enthusiasm and discerning nature of the Canadian flying industry made this title one of the most recognized and respected in aeronautical training worldwide.

Aviation Publishers Co. Limited is pleased with the continuing, nation-wide support of aviation supply shops, flying clubs and ground schools, flight instructors, academic flight colleges, universities, and bookstores across the continent who are regular, loyal and long-time users and contributors to our publications.

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